Russian Blue Cat Pictures
and
Black Russian Shorthair Cats

The stunning Russian Blue cat pictures below showcase images of one of the three natural occurring blue domestic cat breeds.

These cats are characterized by their magnificent double coats and emerald green eyes.

Sp Pr Azreal Xantanah | Russian Blue | bred by Leanne Hewitt | Photo © Theresa Fouche

Pic above and below: Sp Pr Azreal Xantanah | Russian Blue | bred by Leanne Hewitt | cat photo © Theresa Fouche

It should be noted that there are some differences between the Russian Blue breed standard (features and characteristics) in the United States and the United Kingdom.

The Russian Blue cat profile provides an in depth review about the breed characteristics, the cat's personality, health concerns, dietary requirements and nice-to-know info for potential owners.

Russian Blue kitten Azreal Sergei Starlin became a Supreme Champion in 2011 | bred by Leanne Hewitt | Photo © Theresa Fouche

As their name implies, this is a blue-coated cat, but breeders have introduced Black and White Russian cats (known as Russian Shorthairs), but they are rare and not accepted by all cat registries.

Russian Shorthair or Black Russian kitten

Azreal Wasilei Black Diamond | Russian Shorthair kitten | bred by Leanne Hewitt | Russian Shorthair photo © Theresa Fouche

Azreal Leningrad | Blue Russian male neuter | owner S Konig, breeder Leanne Hewitt | cat photo © Theresa Fouche

Above and below: Silversheen Levi Aleksander of Ruskia | owner S van Dongen, breeder Carol Wood of Silversheen Cattery | Russian Blue kitten photo © Theresa Fouche